MEDIUM-TERM Oil Market Report July 2007
Executive Summary
The International Energy Agency's Oil Market Report provides an overview of global oil market dynamics with a focus on demand, supply, biofuels, refining, and trade. Key highlights include:
Demand
- OECD: Demand growth is expected to continue, with diesel fuel driving demand in Europe.
- Non-OECD: Demand is robust, particularly in emerging markets.
Supply
- Non-OPEC Forecast: A mix of new production and declining output is forecasted.
- OPEC: Capacity developments are central to balancing the market, with focus on crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGL).
Biofuels
- Strong Growth: Despite uncertainty, biofuels show strong growth potential.
- Revised Methodology: Updated forecasts reflect changing conditions in feedstock availability and infrastructure.
Refining and Product Supply
- Expansion Plans: Plans for refinery capacity expansion are detailed across regions.
- Construction Costs: Analysis of costs associated with new refinery construction is provided.
- Product Quality Specifications: Examination of product quality standards and regional analysis of capacity expansion.
Cross-Market Implications
- Global Dynamics: Insights into how changes in one market can impact others.
Methodology
- Adjustments: This year’s report adjusts forecasting methodologies to better capture uncertainty.
- Regional Focus: Provides detailed analysis of demand and supply trends in specific regions.
Key Takeaways
- Demand is expected to grow, driven by diesel demand in Europe and robust in non-OECD countries.
- Non-OPEC supply faces both opportunities and challenges, with new production outpacing decline in the short term.
- Biofuels show strong growth potential but face uncertainties related to feedstock availability and infrastructure.
- Refinery activity plans indicate significant investment in capacity expansion across various regions.
- Methodological adjustments reflect a more nuanced understanding of market complexities and uncertainties.
This report serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the multifaceted dynamics of the global oil market over the medium term.